2026 Annual Dinner

Honoring America's 250th Birthday

Join us for an evening of community connection, recognition, and celebration as we look forward to a new year of growth for Columbus.

Wednesday | January 28th, 2026 | Social 6PM | Dinner 7PM

Celebrate community, heritage, and hometown pride as we gather for the Columbus Chamber’s 2026 Annual Dinner.

This year’s banquet honors America’s 250th birthday, bringing an Americana theme full of tradition, unity, and celebration. Whether you’re joining us to connect, enjoy the evening, or network with fellow community members — there’s a seat at the table for you.

But hurry — seating is limited, and reservations close on January 19, 2026.

Date: January 28th, 2026

RSVP by: January 19th, 2026

Event Details

  • Date: Wednesday, January 28th, 2026

  • Time: Social 6:00PM | Dinner 7:00PM

  • Location: State Theatre Event Center, Columbus, KS

  • Tickets: $25 per seat

  • RSVP Deadline: January 19th, 2026

Adopt-a-Table & Showcase your business!

Help bring the Americana theme to life!


Local businesses, organizations, churches, and volunteers are invited to decorate a banquet table for the event.

You may decorate in any style that fits within the overall theme — patriotic, vintage Americana, hometown nostalgia, 250-year celebration, etc.

Decorators may come throughout the afternoon of January 28th to decorate before the dinner. Additional information will be emailed closer to event.

Why Decorate a Table?

  • Showcase your business or brand with a beautifully decorated table that highlights this year’s American theme.

  • Include your brochures, flyers, and business cards for attendees to take.

  • Compete for the Best Decorated Table Award and earn bragging rights!

Nominate Outstanding Businesses for the Columbus Annual Dinner Awards!

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce is preparing for the Annual Banquet on January 28, 2026, and we need your help to recognize excellence in our community!


We’re now accepting nominations for the following award categories:

🗽Business of the Year
🗽 New Business
🗽 Retail Business
🗽 Community Impact
🗽 Rising Star

Nominate businesses who have gone above and beyond to make Columbus a great place to live and work. Share your reasons and comments to highlight their achievements!

🗓️ Submit your nominations by January 9th at 5 PM using the form linked below.


Let’s shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions within our community!

Chris Award – Nominate an Outstanding Citizen

The Chris Award honors an exceptional individual who makes Columbus a better place to live.


This award is given to someone who consistently goes above and beyond through:

🗽Community involvement

🗽Acts of kindness

🗽Remarkable service

🗽A spirit of generosity

🗽Making a meaningful impact on others

🗽Quiet, humble leadership that lifts up the whole community

If someone comes to mind when you think of “the person who is always helping, always showing up, always making Columbus better,” we encourage you to nominate them.

🗓️ Submit your nominations by January 9th at 5 PM using the form linked below.

Call (620) 429-1492

Text (620) 303-8199

Site: chamberofcolumbus.com

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